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Hey everyone,
I was looking at some screenshots of android auto and noticed that there is supposed to a indicator of cellular reception. I've yet to ever have this show up on screen.
I have a Pioneer AVH-4100NEX running the latest update and Samsung Galaxy S5 running Blisspop v3.6 20150701. My phone was formerly running stock TouchWiz, and I did not see an indicator then either. Could this mean the issue is with the 4100 rather than the phone?
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I don't recall ever seeing it either.
Pioneer does not have cell connectivity, so only the phone's status could be shown.
The Pioneer is just showing video from the AA phone.
So the issue is with AA and not the HU.
Oh darn, I forgot the phone is doing the work with AA.
Do you think they removed the feature for some reason? That would be a shame.
johnnyg234234 said:
Oh darn, I forgot the phone is doing the work with AA.
Do you think they removed the feature for some reason? That would be a shame.
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They probably decided to de-clutter the screen to minimize distraction.
Power users hate not having all the usual notifications etc., but Google's lawyers and accountants feel better.
I see this just fine on my Moto X 2014. Maybe Samsung phones aren't compatible with this?
mikereidis said:
They probably decided to de-clutter the screen to minimize distraction.
Power users hate not having all the usual notifications etc., but Google's lawyers and accountants feel better.
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Could be. Kind of odd that they left the wifi icon in though.
Skynx72 said:
I see this just fine on my Moto X 2014. Maybe Samsung phones aren't compatible with this?
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Maybe they aren't, which would be too bad.
I sent an email about it to [email protected].
Whether or not anything useful comes out of that, we shall see.
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Well it's no-reply address, what a surprise.
I have the AVH-4100NEX using Android Auto on a Samsung 6 Edge Plus and I do have the cellular coverage indicator. I'm on firmware version 1.03 and the phone is on 5.1.1 I believe? Are you still missing the signal indicator in your setup?
codee said:
I have the AVH-4100NEX using Android Auto on a Samsung 6 Edge Plus and I do have the cellular coverage indicator. I'm on firmware version 1.03 and the phone is on 5.1.1 I believe? Are you still missing the signal indicator in your setup?
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Yes, indeed I am.
It shows using my Samsung Note 4 in my 2015 Hyundai Sonata which has a fairly stock version of AA.
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So I see lots of people regretting the upgrade to 6.0.1 MM and saying they're not able to go back to 5.1.1.... So what's the consensus? Stick with 511 or upgrade to 601mm
Always has people complaint sths when upgrading OS , even with iOS. You know, we can't have a 100% bug free OS, i'm using 6.0 and have no issue
I just bought this phone (N910T) refurb, haven't used a Samsung since the S4 and was out of the loop with rooting and flashing it. I just went ahead and flashed it from 5.1.1 to TWRP & Cyanogen, then 6.0.1 (EPG2), then back to DOK2, then back EPG2. So far no problem.
The only issue I ran into was the GPS was crap and the data signal wasn't working half of the time. Opened up the phone and found the data antenna not connected fully, and bending up the GPS gold contact a bit, now both are working good.
I'm actually using this over my previous Nexus 6P. I was very biased against Samsung, especially for the build quality and Touchwiz. But using this with Knox removed, and all the features built in, I just realize no other phones offer the same features right now. I haven't used a phone that stay connected to T-Mo WiFi so well, maybe because it's a T-Mo branded device. Both my Moto X Pure and Nexus 6P gets cut out from it constantly. I can imagine getting the Note 7 next since it probably will drop in price due to the debacle.
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I just bought this phone (N910T) refurb, haven't used a Samsung since the S4 and was out of the loop with rooting and flashing it. I just went ahead and flashed it from 5.1.1 to TWRP & Cyanogen, then 6.0.1 (EPG2), then back to DOK2, then back EPG2. So far no problem.
The only issue I ran into was the GPS was crap and the data signal wasn't working half of the time. Opened up the phone and found the data antenna not connected fully, and bending up the GPS gold contact a bit, now both are working good.
I'm actually using this over my previous Nexus 6P. I was very biased against Samsung, especially for the build quality and Touchwiz. But using this with Knox removed, and all the features built in, I just realize no other phones offer the same features right now. I haven't used a phone that stay connected to T-Mo WiFi so well, maybe because it's a T-Mo branded device. Both my Moto X Pure and Nexus 6P gets cut out from it constantly. I can imagine getting the Note 7 next since it probably will drop in price due to the debacle.
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What kind of features does it have that your 6P didn't, aside from the T-Mobile WiFi calling connection being better? The only feature that stands out to me is the S-pen, but that caters to a stylus user.
I've been contemplating going to the 6P since my Note 4 was crippled by the MM update. I have a friend that went to the 6P and doesn't miss his Note 4.
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What kind of features does it have that your 6P didn't, aside from the T-Mobile WiFi calling connection being better? The only feature that stands out to me is the S-pen, but that caters to a stylus user.
I've been contemplating going to the 6P since my Note 4 was crippled by the MM update. I have a friend that went to the 6P and doesn't miss his Note 4.
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Probably a good idea to wait till the new Google Pixel is released for the 6P price to go down further.
It's really depended features you're looking for.
On the Nexus 6P side, it's is going to feel a lot snappier. The build quality is somewhat better. The dual speakers are going to sound better. The screen is slightly better too, unfortunately it's too blue. I like the Note ability to adjust the screen temp a bit without custom rom/kernel. The camera is clearly better and more detailed, however the Note 4 does better marco shot. Of course, the finger print scanner is much better. And overall signal quality, especially GPS is superior. It is less wide and will be more comfortable to use. The biggest plus of a Nexus is (reliable) monthly security updates. And of course, much much harder to brick and easier to fiddle with.
On the other side, I think Samsung multitasking is much better than stock Android, which does have dual screen on Android 7. I like the pop up window feature a lot. IR Blaster and MicroSD are a big pro. "Game mode" is important for me because some games lose a lot of frame rates with these 1440p screens. On the Nexus, I could change resolution to the entire system only, which mean texts will be less sharp, and it causes the App drawer button in some launchers to be off center. Use the wrong resolution and the phone can't boot -> factory reset. Also I like the pedometer and heart rate monitor. Mainly I like the fact that these features are well integrated into the OS and don't have to install third party apps to get them, which usually doesn't work as well.
My biggest dislike out of a phone is poor GPS and data performance, because I drive a lot. Unfortunately, the Note 4 have a bit off that, but not bad enough to be a deal breaker. Again T-mo WiFi Calling is one of main decider for me. Nexus 6P does have Project Fi and ability to work with all US carriers in one device, which is a big plus.
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So I see lots of people regretting the upgrade to 6.0.1 MM and saying they're not able to go back to 5.1.1.... So what's the consensus? Stick with 511 or upgrade to 601mm
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I honestly felt 6.0.1 ruined my gaming experience and overall was not as "quick" as 5.1.1.
With Samsung's Game Tuner and its related apps, and those apps and settings not being fully supported on the Note 4, that just hurt performance way to much. Source on that info is in the Game Tuner app. Now I should note, the apps do still function but, 5.1.1 without all of that game tuner stuff was much better for me in any game.
It isn't so much about that we can't have a 100% bug free OS, what it came down to was 6.0.1 is not as smooth as 5.1.1 on the Note 4, flat out. Overall tasks were laggy and 6.0.1 did not feel as polished as 5.1.1, noticeably IMO.
I have a 910T and can upgrade/downgrade from 6.0.1 and 5.1.1 as I please, so it is possible depending on your model.
I chose to stick with 5.1.1 for the above reasons.
My device is a original released (2 year old) T910 model.
So you've been able to downgrade 6.0.1 back to 5.1.1? That's great. That gives me an opportunity to test it out without fear of getting stuck.
After using the phone for a few weeks now, I decided the best thing is to downgrade to DOK2 (5.1.1), and use Debloater to turn off Knox and OTA update (com.wssynccmldm), also CleanMaster. Normally, on a stock Android device I would prefer the newest version, but for this device, there are too many bugs and some performance issues with 6.0.1.
Hi everyone,
I am using the Gear VR with my phone but for sure it lacks some features. As I see the google daydream is much interesting and I would love to try it/have the headset when iz comes out. What worries me now is if our devices (Exynos) will be supported for the daydream.
What are your toughts on this, do you think we will be able to use it?
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Hi everyone,
I am using the Gear VR with my phone but for sure it lacks some features. As I see the google daydream is much interesting and I would love to try it/have the headset when iz comes out. What worries me now is if our devices (Exynos) will be supported for the daydream.
What are your toughts on this, do you think we will be able to use it?
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I want to kow it too!
I have a S7 so there shouldn't be a lack of processing power.
I don't know if it would work. Maybe someone could test it.
arnes_king said:
Hi everyone,
I am using the Gear VR with my phone but for sure it lacks some features. As I see the google daydream is much interesting and I would love to try it/have the headset when iz comes out. What worries me now is if our devices (Exynos) will be supported for the daydream.
What are your toughts on this, do you think we will be able to use it?
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If it is compatible with Gear VR it's compatible with Daydream. They already said the S6 Note 5 and S7 devices will work. They are setting the bar "high" for their VR experience so lower end devices won't work. It's going to go by processing power and screen resolution so I'm guessing from the Note 4 forward shouldn't have any issues.
I just got a Gear VR for super cheap and it's disappointing. Samsung did what they always do and screwed up a minor detail that makes it inconvenient to use such as having to be sitting or standing to use without being able to reset your orientation so you can lay down and enjoy.
Not really at least not officially.
The only devices supporting it are the pixel the lg v20 and the Axon 7.
I hope though that XDA got this covered so that a lot of other people with strong hardware like s7, lg g5 and HTC 10 can use it as well.
It seems like daydream be requires low latency sensors which seemingly devices of early 2016 don't have :/
lolmensch said:
Not really at least not officially.
The only devices supporting it are the pixel the lg v20 and the Axon 7.
I hope though that XDA got this covered so that a lot of other people with strong hardware like s7, lg g5 and HTC 10 can use it as well.
It seems like daydream be requires low latency sensors which seemingly devices of early 2016 don't have :/
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I think thanks to the GearVR the S7 has some good sensors with latency being lower than phones that aren't designed for VR. The S7 is designed for the GearVR
Was it a good move? I'm thinking about it.
I have the Tab S6 and just got my Tab S8 Ultra today. The Tab S6 was my favorite device ever (and I've had a lot of them). So thin, fast, great speakers and screen. Ultimately, I am just too accustomed to the higher refresh rate on all of my other devices and could notice the 60hz choppiness on the S6, so it was time for an upgrade. The screen on the S8 is absolutely stunning! I also LOVE the ability to miracast from my PC to the S8 and use it as a wireless second display for my laptop (called second screen), especially since the 16x10 aspect ratio matches my XPS 17. It will still take time to tell, but initially I am very impressed. I suppose the decision to switch will depend on your usage. If you're good with the screen size and refresh rate of the S6 and don't need any of the new features on the S8 than I would say just stick with your S6, it's still a fantastic device. If you plan on using the second screen feature or any of the other new stuff on the S8, well then it's something to consider.
There was a gap of about a year for me between these devices. But I loved my Tab S6. Now the Tab S8 Ultra ... a different league again. It is better in all respects (when you already decided to prefer the big screen). The first thing I notet though: finally a good fingerprint reader. With the S6 I was constantly annoyed, with the S8 it works like a charme.
I also bougt the keyboard cover again. I loved the back cover with the stand and the flap for the pen back then already. But now the tablet pretty much replaced my private laptop.
You have to be aware of the much increased weight, though. This is not a one handed device. But with this huge screen, you can put it in portrait orientation in your lap and the upper part of the screen will be easily far up enough for a comfortable read. Don't forget: its smaller side is almost as big as the wider side of the S6!
It is an amazing device and up at the top of my purchases that left me with the highest satisfaction afterwards.
I didn't own a Tab S6, but a an old Tab 4. I took the leap and purchased the Tab S8 Ultra. There is obviously no comparison between the Tab 4 and Ultra. What I would say is that I'm beyond impressed with the speed of the device. In some instances it's quicker then my S22 ultra or basically on par speed wise. I don't really use the 2nd screen function, but being able to make /pull calls between my S22 and tab is awesome. The speaker quality is great. Don't really use the camera, except for teams meetings. Due to size of screen it's a replacement for my HP Notebook . In my country there isn't really any contracts for the Tab S8 range, so I had to purchase the device cash and I'm very, very happy with my purchase. Multitasking is great. The screen quality is awesome. Watching media content is a pleasure on this device. I got the 65w Samsung trio charger and Samsung keyboard case as part of a bundle. I love the keyboard. I know some have issues typing, but for me it works fine for what I do. The S-pen is something I do use and it works great. Overall it's a great device. I don't know what the difference in speed etc is between the Tab S6 and 8, but if you could get a good trade in or sell the Tab S6, then I would say go ahead and get the Tab S8 Ultra
I have tab s5e, tab s6 and s8+ . In terms of holding single handed, nothing beats the s5e. Between the s6 and s8(not plus) I believe there's not much difference other than faster soc.The second screen function of s8 could be very useful though. I went for the s8+ instead of ultra because wanted a bigger screen but ultra seemed too big for me
I'm getting an 8+ tonight after work. I've been using Samsung phones since the s4 when it originally was released. I skipped the s6, but had one variation or another up to my current s20. I started with galaxy note tablet (2014 edition), upgraded to the tab s6 in 2020 only because my note tab was having battery issues. Now I'm getting the s8+ 5g so I won't have to use Wi-Fi always for my online videos.
I went from the Tab S6 to the S8+.
So far i am very happy with it. It did help i got a good deal from Samsung, and got a decent price for the Tab S6 too.
The extra screen size is very nice, specially with 12L now on the tablet. Great thing for me is that i can browse or watch youtube will a game runs on the side in a small part of the screen without stopping. Or use the taskbar to open your password manager to get some passwords etc.
Its a bit heavier, so it wont be an easy one handed device.
If you used the keyboard cover with touchpad, you can use the one that was also sold with the Tab S7+, i could not get that one from Samsung itself anymore. They do sell one with just a Keyboard, but that one aint detachable, so thats a big minus. I managed to get mine 2nd hand for 60 euro, but there are retailers still selling them. They attach by magnet now, that works a lot easier, and it wont come loose like the Tab S6 one did over time. The one with the detachable keyboard, also has a cover over the S-pen location on the back, the new one doesn't so thats a 2nd strike for me on that cover.
The extra realestate is nice, 12,4 inch is noticable.
If you use the tablet a lot, then i think its a worth while upgrade.
Made the switch from Tab S6 LTE to Tab S8+ 5G
We don't really have benefits of trade-ins or great values the same way many other countries do. I'm in Sweden
But we have a website that usuaully have sepcific deals, that requires that you login (you pay like €2 to get access).
Lots of deals on everything really.
So got the S8+ 5G and the hard cover from Samsung for about €650 with a 6 months of free Samsung care+
Didn't want the Ultra as it was too big for me and also because I have a relatively new notebook already which is 14"
So far I love the extra screen size and the ability to use it as a 2nd monitor when I'm out and about.
As a tablet it is, imo, perfect but biggger would be too big, especially since I have use for a notebook.
But as a tablet it is great and it will be a lot of cloud gaming and movies watched on it on the go. Also some work when I have no access to my notebook.
Taskman said:
Made the switch from Tab S6 LTE to Tab S8+ 5G
We don't really have benefits of trade-ins or great values the same way many other countries do. I'm in Sweden
But we have a website that usuaully have sepcific deals, that requires that you login (you pay like €2 to get access).
Lots of deals on everything really.
So got the S8+ 5G and the hard cover from Samsung for about €650 with a 6 months of free Samsung care+
Didn't want the Ultra as it was too big for me and also because I have a relatively new notebook already which is 14"
So far I love the extra screen size and the ability to use it as a 2nd monitor when I'm out and about.
As a tablet it is, imo, perfect but biggger would be too big, especially since I have use for a notebook.
But as a tablet it is great and it will be a lot of cloud gaming and movies watched on it on the go. Also some work when I have no access to my notebook.
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Sold mine to ReBuy, they refurbish and resell electronics. They offered me 390 for my blue Tab S6. Maybe they also operate in your country?
Mario919 said:
Sold mine to ReBuy, they refurbish and resell electronics. They offered me 390 for my blue Tab S6. Maybe they also operate in your country?
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We have sites like it where you can trade in but they usually never give as good or close to what you can get on the 2nd hand market.
I looked at one of them here and mince, which looks pristine when you remove it from the case is worth about €180 as they use set prices. The worse it is, I get less based form that value as the highest.
Thanks for the tipe though and I will see if I can find others.
So for that I rather sell it myself 2nd hand and get €250 - €300 or just hand it down to my better half that can use it.
I was on a Tab S6 LTE version before I moved to Tab S8 Ultra. S6 served me well for 2 years. I bought it just when Covid lockdowns started and have used it almost daily for 2 years without any issues. Amazing piece of hardware with great sound and screen. I wouldn't have got Tab S8 Ultra if the deal wasnt so good. Basically someone was selling 3 months old Tab S8 ultra along with the official keyboard case for about $1000 which was a steal in my country where this combo would have costed about 1900$.
First thing which hits you is how big the display is compared to Tab S6, it is gorgeous and sound is mind blowing. Only con i would say is that it is a bit on heavier side if you have one part of keyboard case attached to the back for kickstand so it wont be as mobile as tab s6 which was light as a feather. But thats what you pay for such a big screen. I have a pretty new Sony Tv but still I prefer watching a lot of content on S8U because quality is just too damn good.
I just bought the s8 ultra.. I found it used for 3-4 months, 512 - 16 with the keyboard for 800€. I think it's a good price otherwise I wouldn't get it..
I have s6 pro also. The experience of s8 ultra is mixed.. It really is very big. For the average person I think 10.5-11 inches tablet is best solution. But for Netflix, streaming etc is fantastic. I don't know if I will sell s6 as I also use it too, regardless having s8 ultra..
I should probably root s8 ultra to find more uses for it.
I want to use it as a second screen for my pc, but wirelessly the experience is laggy. What rooter should I get to have instant wireless experience as a second screen? Does anyone know? I had spoken to someone in YouTube who did have instant wireless experience but he had gigabit home network or something..
If I buy this cheap rooter do you think it will work?
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sosimple said:
I just bought the s8 ultra.. I found it used for 3-4 months, 512 - 16 with the keyboard for 800€. I think it's a good price otherwise I wouldn't get it..
I have s6 pro also. The experience of s8 ultra is mixed.. It really is very big. For the average person I think 10.5-11 inches tablet is best solution. But for Netflix, streaming etc is fantastic. I don't know if I will sell s6 as I also use it too, regardless having s8 ultra..
I should probably root s8 ultra to find more uses for it.
I want to use it as a second screen for my pc, but wirelessly the experience is laggy. What rooter should I get to have instant wireless experience as a second screen? Does anyone know? I had spoken to someone in YouTube who did have instant wireless experience but he had gigabit home network or something..
If I buy this cheap rooter do you think it will work?
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You don't need to root it to use it as second screen on a pc. Secondly since it has warranty left, rooting will void warranty because it requires bootloader unlock to root it, which voids whole warranty all together once KNOX chip becomes triggered and broken permanently. Then also app like Samsung pass, secret folder is permantly disabled as well since they need working KNOX chip. Maybe you should wait and think when warranty is over.
Update: after re-reading your post i now saw you meant Router not Rooter, since at first I thought you mean what rooting method you wanted to do lol.
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You don't need to root it to use it as second screen on a pc. Secondly since it has warranty left, rooting will void warranty because it requires bootloader unlock to root it, which voids whole warranty all together once KNOX chip becomes triggered and broken permanently. Then also app like Samsung pass, secret folder is permantly disabled as well since they need working KNOX chip. Maybe you should wait and think when warranty is over.
Update: after re-reading your post i now saw you meant Router not Rooter, since at first I thought you mean what rooting method you wanted to do lol.
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I know that.. I already rooted tab s6. I know I don't have to root it for second screen. I want to root it for other things. Anyway I just tried second screen. It works but not very fast. I have a router 300mbit. I'll borrow a 840mbit router of a friend to see if speed is fast enough then..
I'll post my results when I do it.
took the upgrade from s6 to s8 ultra and landed the free keyboard case. no regrets at all
Tab 7 here. Always have luved the tab (since s2). Had my Tab 6 for about 2 months before I got the tab s7. Was a little disappointed that 7 didn't have amoled but it was another good one. The tab s8 plus is everything I could hope for in a tablet... Luving the sh** out of it.
can someone tell about the temperatures of the s8 and s8+ now that it haves the gen 1 please
As one who owns an iPhone, to buy and use the GW5 Pro to the fullest, I am fine with owning a cheap Android device for Samsung Health. I am not in a country where SHM is supported. Can I do the below? If so, what are the caveats/limitations?
1) Preferable: Buy an Android tablet and install the modded SHM app on it. If this can work without issues, what's a nice tablet to get?
2) Buy an Android phone. Not preferable but I will get one if no other choice. Is Samsung Galaxy recommended over other Android phones? Since the app isn't supported in my country, does it matter what Android phone I install it on?
Please let me know.
And the reason I don't want an Apple watch is because they're useless for anything other than manual heartrate monitoring. I used the Apple Series 7 for three months and it spent less time on my wrist and more on the charging puck. What I want is body measurement, calorie intake, stress measurement and passive sleep tracking for a targeted daily routine.
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As one who owns an iPhone, to buy and use the GW5 Pro to the fullest, I am fine with owning a cheap Android device for Samsung Health. I am not in a country where SHM is supported. Can I do the below? If so, what are the caveats/limitations?
1) Preferable: Buy an Android tablet and install the modded SHM app on it. If this can work without issues, what's a nice tablet to get?
2) Buy an Android phone. Not preferable but I will get one if no other choice. Is Samsung Galaxy recommended over other Android phones? Since the app isn't supported in my country, does it matter what Android phone I install it on?
Please let me know.
And the reason I don't want an Apple watch is because they're useless for anything other than manual heartrate monitoring. I used the Apple Series 7 for three months and it spent less time on my wrist and more on the charging puck. What I want is body measurement, calorie intake, stress measurement and passive sleep tracking for a targeted daily routine.
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Firstly ,
I can tell you ,an Android Tablet, wont work with a Samsung Galaxy watch 4 or any other Samsung Smartwatch ( as far as i know or my own experience )
I have a old Samsung Gear S3 ,Galaxy Fit and the Samsung Watch 4 .
I have installed Galaxy Wearable app on my Android Tablet S 6 Lite ,
It installs ,but that it .....i got a "toast message " basically
stating that the Tablet is not compatible with a /any smatchwatch ...???
Yes" somebody ""might have found a workaround ,to this....?
but i doubt it ,as most of the post ,i have seen on Web ,has been complaining that they cannot install/connect their smartwatch .
Yes ,it should be compatible with Samsung phone or other Android phones ???
Secondly
To get an idea what you can do re SH app and workaround on how to enable certain function ? , that might not be available in your Country , ( ? ) read this XDA thread ,for ideas ..... !!!
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Good luck
Thanks for your comment. It's too bad that it won't work with a tablet, I could've used a tablet.
Just on that second question then; since I'll be side-loading the app, will any phone be equally good or will getting a Samsung Galaxy phone still be better. Also, will a phone like Samsung Galaxy A03 work? That seems to be the cheapest phone right now.
It will work on any Android phone, but it works best with Samsung phone. Especially the Galaxy phones. People have had issues pairing the watch to other phones, but I have read others that have paired with little to no issues.
May I ask, would a FitBit type of watch work where you are located? It would have the functions you are looking for and work with most phones.
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May I ask, would a FitBit type of watch work where you are located? It would have the functions you are looking for and work with most phones.
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The Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis is what draws me to this watch primarily. And the fact that this has a larger battery which can last 3 days or more. I'm less interested in those other basic features like steps counted, GPS tracking, exercise activities etc and more into state of being. So yeah, a fitbit-type watch wouldn't work.
OK. Understand. In that case, if possible, you should stick with a Galaxy phone. If you use another Samsung phone you should be OK but be aware you may have to work with it to get the watch to connect. I would not recommend using other Android phones. The connect app for the Watch 5 is the Samsung Wear App and if you get a different Android device, you will have to side load the app and hope it will work.
A friend of mine was in a smiliar situation with his GW4. At first he connected it to his wife's phone, but then he got a small cheap Android phone, which worked great for him. This is what I would suggest you as well. You can carry it with you or not, the watch works perfectly in airplane mode, or if you want the notifications in standalone mode (if connected to wifi or LTE).
You can even buy a cheap budget Samsung phone if you want to have ECG and BP out of the box, but you can easily sideload ECG and BP apps (instructions here on XDA) and use them with any Android phone, so it doesn't have to be a Samsung phone at all.
I got a Watch 5 Pro just 10 days ago, and I'm super happy with it. It's lighter and smaller than I thought it would be and it even looks much better than in pictures. On a hand it looks less thick than on photos. The band is comfortable and so much easier to use than other regular bands. It charges fast and the battery life is great - 2 full days with AOD and 3 without AOD. It could go for longer if I don't fiddle with it as much as I do, lol! And not have literally everything on, even automatic workout detections and sleep tracking. Google maps navigation on a watch is great, btw! More useful than I thought it would be.
I have a non-Samsung Android phone and everything works great, of course.
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OK. Understand. In that case, if possible, you should stick with a Galaxy phone. If you use another Samsung phone you should be OK but be aware you may have to work with it to get the watch to connect. I would not recommend using other Android phones. The connect app for the Watch 5 is the Samsung Wear App and if you get a different Android device, you will have to side load the app and hope it will work.
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Everything works perfectly for every Android phone! Samsung's Wear app is really good and has worked perfectly for me for already 2 years with one Tizen and one WearOS Samsung watch. No delay with a single notification ever! I can't say the same for some other bands and watches I tried (Honor/Huawei and Xiaomi).
Sideloading the ECG and BP apps works as well on GW5 Pro. No problem there, thanks to ADB and Android being so customizable...
Maxters said:
Thanks for your comment. It's too bad that it won't work with a tablet, I could've used a tablet.
Just on that second question then; since I'll be side-loading the app, will any phone be equally good or will getting a Samsung Galaxy phone still be better. Also, will a phone like Samsung Galaxy A03 work? That seems to be the cheapest phone right now.
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If you're asking will any Android phone work with the Watch 5, yes any Android phone will work, and there's no advantage of having a Samsung model.
dalepl said:
OK. Understand. In that case, if possible, you should stick with a Galaxy phone. If you use another Samsung phone you should be OK but be aware you may have to work with it to get the watch to connect. I would not recommend using other Android phones. The connect app for the Watch 5 is the Samsung Wear App and if you get a different Android device, you will have to side load the app and hope it will work.
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I disagree with this. There is no reason not to use any brand Android phone with a Galaxy Watch.